Broken teeth are commonly caused by trauma, biting hard foods, tooth decay, or grinding your teeth. Each cause affects the tooth differently, which is why a proper assessment is important.
Dental Conditions
Broken Teeth
Repair broken teeth and restore your smile with expert care
Accidents happen, and when they involve your teeth, they can cause both discomfort and concerns about your smile. Whether your tooth was damaged suddenly or weakened over time, there are effective treatments available to restore its strength, appearance, and function.
At Bespoke Dental, we provide expert care for broken, chipped, and cracked teeth in Manchester and London using modern restorative and cosmetic treatments tailored to your needs.
Understanding Broken Teeth
Broken teeth can occur for a variety of reasons, including:
- Accidents or trauma
- Biting hard foods or objects
- Teeth grinding (bruxism)
- Untreated tooth decay
- Weakened or worn teeth
- Using teeth as tools to open packaging or bottles
Damage can range from small cosmetic chips to deeper fractures that affect the tooth’s structure, nerve, or long-term health. Even if the damage appears minor, it’s important to have it assessed to prevent further problems.
What Should I Do If I’ve Broken My Tooth?
- Save the pieces of the broken tooth, and rinse them with water
- Clean the broken tooth and the surrounding area gently
- Apply gentle pressure to control the bleeding with clean gauze or a cloth
- Use over-the-counter pain relief. Avoid placing aspirin directly on the broken area.
- Depending on the severity, book an emergency dental appointment.
Prompt treatment can often prevent more extensive dental work later on.
What Treatments Can Fix This Condition?
Composite Bonding
Dental bonding involves applying a tooth-coloured resin to the broken tooth, restoring its shape and function. This is a quick and cost-effective solution for minor fractures.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are custom-made caps that cover the entire tooth. They provide strength and protection for broken or severely damaged teeth, restoring both aesthetics and function. This is the ideal option where composite bonding would not be strong enough.
Veneers
Porcelain veneers can be used to conceal minor fractures and improve the appearance of the broken tooth. These thin shells are custom-made to match the colour and shape of your natural teeth.
COMFORTABLE SURROUNDINGS
Our Clinics
Manchester
482-484 Liverpool Road, Peel Green, Eccles, Manchester, M30 7HZ
If you need treatment for broken teeth in Manchester, our experienced team can often provide same-day assessments and broken teeth fixes. Our clinic in Eccles serves both Manchester city centre and the wider Greater Manchester area.
London
370 Old Street, London, EC1V 9LT
For patients needing broken teeth treatment in London, our clinic offers advanced restorative options designed to repair damage discreetly and effectively. Based in the heart of Shoreditch on London’s Old Street, we serve central London and the surrounding area.
Broken Teeth
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What causes broken teeth?
Can broken teeth be fixed?
What is the best treatment for broken teeth?
My tooth broke, what should I do?
Is broken teeth serious if left untreated?
Answer
Broken teeth are commonly caused by trauma, biting hard foods, tooth decay, or grinding your teeth. Each cause affects the tooth differently, which is why a proper assessment is important.
Yes, broken teeth can usually be fixed with treatments such as composite bonding, crowns, or veneers, depending on the severity of the damage.
The best treatment for broken teeth depends on the extent of the break. Minor chips can be treated with bonding, while more severe damage might require a crown or implant.
The first step is to rinse your mouth gently with warm water, save any fragments if possible, and contact a dentist as soon as possible.
Yes, untreated broken teeth can worsen over time, leading to pain, infection or further structural damage.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, broken teeth can usually be fixed with treatments such as composite bonding, crowns, or veneers, depending on the severity of the damage.
The best treatment for broken teeth depends on the extent of the break. Minor chips can be treated with bonding, while more severe damage might require a crown or implant.
The first step is to rinse your mouth gently with warm water, save any fragments if possible, and contact a dentist as soon as possible.
Yes, untreated broken teeth can worsen over time, leading to pain, infection or further structural damage.